Abstract
Aims: The aim of this study was to compare TAPP and TEP techniques, which are laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair techniques. In this study, it was tried to determine whether one technique has an advantage over the other in terms of surgery, hospitalization and recovery times, recurrence, postoperative bleeding and testicular edema.
 Methods: Totally 62 patients who underwent laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair between January 2015 and January 2020 were included in this retrospective study.
 Results: Among the patients who underwent TAPP and TEP operations; it was determined that there was no significant difference in terms of operation time, recovery time, hospital stay, recurrence and complications (p>0.05).
 Conclusion: Based on the results of this study, TEP and TAPP are equally effective and safe as laparoscopic hernia repair surgery. The choice of which approach to perform can be made according to the skill and preference of the surgeon.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
